The driver lost control during the turn and crashed into an empty apartment unit, authorities said.

Two male Asians, one wearing all black, the other with a white T-shirt and black pants, fled on foot, Amormino said. The two reportedly ran down Plaza before splitting up and heading in opposite directions.

The female driver had to be cut out of the vehicle and was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

A handgun and narcotics were found in the vehicle, Amormino said.

Deputies aided by police dogs and a helicopter set up a perimeter and searched for the area for several hours after the crash. The men were not located, authorities said.